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Name	Poodle	Doberman Pinscher	Samoyed
Origins	Germany France	Germany	Russia
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Group	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	Bjelkier Nenetskaya Laika Sammy Samoiedskaya Sobaka Smiley Samoyedskaya
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed? Which is the smallest dog, Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Doberman Pinscher? Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed weight comparison:	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	Male: 45-65 pounds (20.5-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-20.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed? Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed height comparison:	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm), Female: 19-21 inches (48-53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	15 inches (38 cm) or more	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20 inches (50.5 cm)

Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$800-$1000	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed?	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Samoyed is quite easy to get.

Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed intelligence:	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Samoyed dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed trainability comparison.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Samoyed dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed?	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Samoyed dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Samoyed dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed? Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Playful Stubborn Alert Intelligent Friendly Lively Sociable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Samoyed dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed?	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Samoyed dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed social needs comparison:	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Samoyed dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Samoyed is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Samoyed dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed playfulness comparison:	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Samoyeds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed?	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Samoyed barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed?	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Samoyed indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Samoyed dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed?	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Samoyed dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poodle bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Samoyed bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed mouthiness comparison:	Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Samoyed dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed health comparison. Which is the healthier: Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed?	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Samoyed is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Diabetes Pulmonic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Samoyed should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed lifespan comparison. How long do Poodle, Doberman Pinscher and Samoyed breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Samoyed: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Samoyed can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed? Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed energy level comparison:	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Samoyed dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Samoyed dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed?	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Samoyed dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Samoyed's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed coat comparison:	Curly	Fine	Dense
Colors What are the original Poodle, Doberman Pinscher and Samoyed color?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Cream White Biscuit
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed? Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Samoyed requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed? Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or {name3 shedding:	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Samoyed dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed?	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Samoyed has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Samoyed is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Samoyed dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed? Which dog is more friendly?	Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed?	Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Samoyed dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed?	Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Samoyed dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed?	Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Samoyed dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed?	Yes Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Samoyed dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Samoyed is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Samoyeds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Poodle or Doberman Pinscher or Samoyed? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed?	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Samoyed breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Poodle and Doberman Pinscher and Samoyed have?	2-4 puppies	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Poodle vs Doberman Pinscher vs Samoyed Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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